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Elk City Elks Battle Canadian Wildcats in Thrilling Season Opener
The Elk City Elks kicked off their football season last night in a thrilling game against the Canadian Wildcats. These two teams, having met for the third consecutive year, were well-matched, with each team securing one victory in their previous encounters. This year’s opener did not disappoint, delivering an intense showdown that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Oklahoma mother gifted home with safe space to raise son with autism
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOCO) — Before Wednesday, Robin Coleman said her family felt unwelcome in apartments because her son has autism. Putting a roof over his head where he could be free is what pushed Coleman to make this dream a reality. On Wednesday, Coleman’s 9-year-old son, Rashon, turned the...
Conflict over party chair splits Osage GOP
It's a presidential election year, but members of the Osage County Republican Party appeared divided Aug. 22 as Vice Chair Cathy Miller and a group of party members gathered at an Elks Lodge in the Sand Springs area and continued an effort that began in July to oust Shawna Myers, the county party chair.
Commerce Funding Commitment Helps Make New Rural Hospital a Reality
Eight years after the closing of Tillman County Memorial Hospital, the community of Frederick, Okla., came together with federal, state and local leaders to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Comanche County Memorial Hospital. “This is the first time in 50 years that a hospital has been rebuilt after closure,...
Bartlesville City Council to Discuss Resolution Addressing Public Drag Shows
The Bartlesville City Council is expected to discuss a resolution Tuesday related to public drag queen performances, with the intent to firm up First Amendment protections and public safety for drag performers, attendees and protestors. The controversy arose in 2022 during the Bartlesville Pride event held at Unity Square, where...
City issues statement on DEQ boil advisory
On Aug. 28 The Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality required that Ponca City Municipal Water Public Water Supply to inform users of a boil advisory for facilities on 900 south Enterprise Road. The advisory asked residents to use water that has been brought to a full, rolling boil for at...
Oklahoma Rodeo Loses 40 Horses, Housing First Model Reshapes OKC Homelessness Fight, OKC Labor Day Holiday Schedule: This Week’s Top News Stories
Oklahoma Rodeo Company Lost Over 40 Horses Due to Contaminated Feed – RFD-TV Beutler and Son Rodeo Company, based in Elk City, Oklahoma since 1929, recently lost between 40-70 horses due to contaminated feed. The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture is investigating how a poisonous cattle drug ended up in the horse feed mix. Dr. Gregg VeneKlasen stated that tiny amounts of monensin can be fatal for horses. The Beutlers still care for 140 horses while awaiting test results on the feed sample.
Updated Thunder Future Draft Picks: Ranking the top-5 best assets
The new-look OKC Thunder enter the year as the Western Conference favorites, yet they still own arguably the most desirable draft-capital treasure chest in the NBA. Keep reading for a detailed breakdown of Oklahoma City's future first-rounders, along with their top-five best assets ranked. Because the Stepien Rule forbids teams from trading picks more than seven years in the future, the list spans until the 2031 season.
Two of Texas’ Most Wanted Offenders Back in Custody
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces two Texas 10 Most Wanted offenders are back in custody. Authorities arrested Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitive Dewarren Knowles on Aug. 17 and Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender Antioneo Sims on Aug. 27. A Crime Stoppers reward will be paid in Sims’ arrest.
Dan Quinn is getting ripped for dumping former Cowboys draft pick again
Just as Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer has been busy purging players that were drafted by his predecessor, Dan Quinn has been doing the same in Washington. While there's some logic behind Zimmer's moves, the same cannot be said for Quinn. Last week, Quinn traded Commanders receiver Jahan Dotson...
Dairy Bar reopens in new Agricultural Hall
After an 18-year hiatus, the new Larry & Kay's Ferguson Dairy Bar is open in the new Agricultural Hall. The Dairy Bar opened on campus in 1928. Located in the Dairy Building, it became a part of daily life on campus. The Dairy Building was demolished in 2006, and the Dairy Bar with it.
Our TV picks for Sunday, September 1: In the Arena: Serena Williams; Tulsa King; Hotel Portofino
In the Arena: Serena Williams KATU 11 a.m. With three decades of professional tennis behind her, Serena Williams looks back on specific moments that shaped her and left the biggest impressions. From memorable Grand Slam appearances to other milestones, she talks life on and off the court. Tulsa King ...
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa to host rock legends Cheap Trick Dec. 29
TULSA – Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa will welcome to the Hard Rock Live stage rock icons Cheap Trick at 8 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 29. Tickets start at $59.50 and go on sale Aug. 30. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Cheap Trick, with their signature blend...
Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative seeks rate hike to keep service 'safe and reliable'
Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative is based in Vinita and serves more than 38,000 electric customers in the northeast corner of the state, according to its website. If the Oklahoma Corporation Commission approves the utility’s request, electric rates would increase by nearly 5%, boosting the cooperative’s annual revenue by about $4.5 million.
Army Begins Cognitive Testing of New Recruits
AUGUST 30, 2024 — The Army has begun baseline cognitive assessments during Initial Entry Training, and all services will follow in the coming months, officials say. The Army is taking a multipronged approach to reduce brain health risks, including improved awareness through a Force Health Protection Information Campaign; expanded brain health monitoring; identification of blast overpressure protective measures; tracking and monitoring blast exposure; and developing a comprehensive strategy to enhance and advance the science and medical care for brain injuries, said Col. Jama Vanhorne-Sealy, who oversees the Occupational Health Directive, Force Health Protection in the Office of the Surgeon General.
Softball complex to get $15 million facility
In preparation for hosting the softball competition for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic games, plans are underway to add a 32,000 square foot indoor practice facility as well as locker rooms to the USA Softball Hall of Fame complex in northeast Oklahoma City. The $15 million project would include pitching...
OU Community Preparing For Season Opener Against Temple
As the Oklahoma Sooners prepare for their first game of the 2024 college football season on Friday, fans and Norman community members are coming out in support of their team. With OU kicking off its first season in the Southeastern Conference by hosting the Temple Owls, fans are eagerly awaiting Friday afternoon's kickoff.
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